Industrial OT Cybersecurity Professional - Energy Sector

The Opportunity

Your impact starts where critical infrastructure meets cyber resilience. This role plays a vital part in securing Canada's energy and power systems as they evolve through digital transformation. You will work at the intersection of operational technology, cybersecurity, and power systems-helping clients modernize safely while protecting assets that matter to communities nationwide.

Your Impact

• Deliver cybersecurity expertise across industrial OT and ICS environments, with a focus on the energy and power sector
• Shape cybersecurity strategies for major infrastructure projects and multi-year digital transformation programs
• Lead threat, vulnerability, and risk assessments for complex OT environments
• Define cybersecurity requirements and support secure procurement and supply-chain decisions
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and construction teams to embed security throughout project lifecycles
• Review technical submissions and validate cybersecurity controls and testing strategies
• Translate technical risk and solutions into clear business insights for senior stakeholders
• Support client relationships and contribute to proposal development and business growth initiatives

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial OT or ICS cybersecurity, ideally within the energy or power sector
• Degree in engineering, computer science, networking, telecommunications, or equivalent experience
• Practical knowledge of IEC 62443, NERC CIP, NIST, and ISO 2700x frameworks
• Hands-on understanding of OT and IT protocols such as IEC 61850, DNP3, Modbus, OPC UA, and TCP/IP
• Experience with vulnerability management, security architecture, and cyber risk governance
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility, or equivalent international accreditation, is an asset
• Relevant certifications such as GICSP, CISSP, GIAC, or CompTIA Security+ are valued

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $135,200 - $179,100 MB & ON: $123,300 - $169,800 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $122,100 - $162,200

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Make your mark with WSP

Bring your expertise where it truly matters-protecting the systems that power our communities and shaping a more resilient digital future.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here.

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).